Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 3.27.8
SB 3.27.8
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yadṛcchayopalabdhena santuṣṭo mita-bhuṅ muniḥ vivikta-śaraṇaḥ śānto maitraḥ karuṇa ātmavān
Translation
For his income a devotee should be satisfied with what he earns without great difficulty. He should not eat more than what is necessary. He should live in a secluded place and always be thoughtful, peaceful, friendly, compassionate and self-realized.